Bell Homestead National Historic Sitein-person Doors Open Along the Grand
New
- In-person
- Food vendors
- Guided tours available
- Kid-friendly
- National Historic Site (Canada)
- Parking
- Partial wheelchair access
- Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
- Washrooms
- Photography allowed
- Rental opportunities
This restored home was the first Canadian home of Alexander Graham Bell. It provided the stage for the invention of the telephone in 1874. See how the Bell family lived and worked. You will also learn about how Bell invented the telephone. Explore how telephones have changed since. And see what activities and special events are available throughout the year.
Architecture
Year built: 1858Building type:Historical houseMuseum
Architect: Robert Morton
Architectural style:Gothic revival
Dates/hours open
May 10, 10:00am - May 10, 04:00pmSaturday: 10 a.m. to Noon; 1 to 4 p.m.